php84.exe: which program is it?
php84.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being PHP 8.4. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHP 8.4 | PHP Group | 8.4.27 | — |
| PHP 8.4 - Non-thread safe | PHP Group | 8.4.27 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is php84.exe safe?
php84.exe is a normal part of PHP 8.4 when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is php84.exe located?
In the program's install folder, which the installer chooses; winget puts portable programs under %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WinGet\Packages.
How do I remove php84.exe?
Uninstall PHP 8.4 through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes php84.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.